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8. How do you test what is going on behind the scenes of the mathematical model and confirm that it
behaves as you expect?
9. What are the various concerns you should have when a mathematical model is develop by others and
their values and interests are not aligned with yours?
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Successful Performance
Successful application of your learning looks like this
As you begin to apply what you’ve learned, you should have a good idea of what success looks like.
A SUCCESSFUL
PERFORMANCE
When I am given a new mathematical model, I can use that model to solve problems. I...
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Verify that the purpose and motivation of the mathematical model am using aligns
with the current situation and problem I am trying to solve
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Ensure that the inputs, outputs, and relationships are what I need and expect, and that
they are reliable
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Validate the solution I find after applying the mathematical model
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emonstrate Your Understanding
Apply it and show you know in context!
1. Find and use a spreadsheet to calculate your GPA. Describe that tool as a model.
2. Find and use the best tool for tracking weekly expenditures vs. your weekly budget. Describe that
tool as a model.
3. Find and use the best tool for modeling the random nature of a daily commute
.
Describe that tool as
a model.